In Leonard Pitts‚ nonfiction essay‚“The other F-word” he uses powerful diction‚ evidence‚ and personal experiences to suggest that women need to be proud of their feminist’s values. He adopts a bold passionate tone in order for his mainly women audience to address the importance of this issue. Pitts opens his essay by powerful diction that makes the reader realize his passions on the subject. He starts by saying “I’m going to uses a word that offends folks. I’m talking
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1. What is a scientific theory? Please cite a definition you like. As Watson stated in "The Value of Theories"‚ a scientific theory is a systematic explanation that unifies various observed phenomena and facts. Based on observations we make‚ science operates under theories which are constantly revised and checked by experiment. A scientific theory also possesses many vital qualities for true understanding. 2. What is the difference between a scientific theory and common sense ideas about the same
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to prevent further societal consequences. Other than governmental efforts‚ family and school who teenagers spend most time with‚ play important roles in dealing the mentioned issue. In term of family‚ parent is our strongest influencer. ‘Spare the rod and spoil the child‚’ best described it. However‚ nowadays‚ most of the parents are either over coddle or neglect with their children. Substantially‚ this partially caused the drug trafficking issues among teenagers. Other than providing shelter‚ parents
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Polly. Aunt Polly is often exasperated by Tom’s behavior but at the same time knows she is allowing him to get by with misbehaviors and mischief. She admits‚”I ain’t doing my duty by that boy‚ and that’s the Lord’s truth‚ goodness knows. Spare the rod and spoil the child‚ as the Good Book says. I’m a-laying up sin and suffering for us both‚ I know.” Along with a care giver Tom also has a love interest‚ while Huck does not. (Pg39) “…Tom hailed the romantic outcast: “Hello Huckleberry”…” since Huck
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“Spare the rod and spoil the child” is a parenting method since early centuries. It is believed that violent methods can force a child to distinguish the right from wrong‚ and an effective way to discipline a child. However‚ it is also likely to affect the child’s behavior‚ strain the relationship between child and parents‚ and hurt the child physically and mentally. The cons of violent methods outweigh the pros; therefore‚ children are better off if they are raised non-violently. First of all
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To Spank or not to Spank…..THAT IS THE QUESTION????? In this day and time to spank or not to spank is an issue of controversy. Not so long ago one could beat their wife‚ husband or children and that was considered a family matter for others to stay out of. Today some still hold on to the thought of it’s not their business while others say oh‚ yes‚ it is their business in spite of where it takes place at. Today I would like to discuss the pros and cons of spanking along with expert opinions
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probably heard the expression‚ "spare the rod‚ and spoil the child." Do you agree with it? Perhaps you were spanked as a kid. Was it appropriate? Some people see spanking as an outdated method of punishment or even child abuse‚ while others view a swat on the bottom as a parent ’s prerogative. People differ a lot on their views when it comes to administering corporal punishment on children. While some view it as being barbaric‚ some consider those who spare the rod and spoil the child to be sloppy in their
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admire physical punishment. This method is easy to leave the scars on both children’s body and heart‚ on the other hand‚ it troubles thinking and effects psychology of them. It is said that physical punishment is a traditional conception “spare the rod and spoil the child”. They acclaim this method is the best quick method to stop children’s misbehaviors. They think it was used for a long time‚ so it must have been effect. However‚ using this method leaves the scars not only child’s body but also
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To Spank‚ Or Not To Spank COM/156 October 30‚ 2011 Parents have different ways of punishing their child. Anything from grounding them from things‚ making them do extra chores‚ time outs and spanking them. The most effective of these‚ is spanking. In a research project by Marjorie Gunnoe‚ “children who were spanked between the ages of 2 and 6 grew up to be happier and well-adjusted as teenagers.” Spanking a child is not abuse. It is a means of punishment. You should only use your hand
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Should children be disciplined by physical punishment? No‚ they shouldn’t and this essay shows why. “Spare the rod‚ spoil the child” an old saying that has been passed on and practiced in our Arabic countries for many generations. For centuries parents and teachers have used physical punishment as a way of “disciplining” children. Little do they know that physical punishment does more harm than good. Although there have been some who believe that it’s time to change our minds and mentality
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